1995 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
